Q381. Which among the following Presidents of India was elected unopposed?
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Q382. The following question consists of two statements -- Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option:
Assertion (A): Nominated members of either House of Parliament do not participate in the election of the President, but they participate in his impeachment.
Reason (R): Impeachment is a quasi-judicial process where all members of Parliament, representing the whole nation, must sit in judgment.
Assertion (A): Nominated members of either House of Parliament do not participate in the election of the President, but they participate in his impeachment.
Reason (R): Impeachment is a quasi-judicial process where all members of Parliament, representing the whole nation, must sit in judgment.
Explanation
The President’s impeachment is a quasi-judicial process involving all members of both Houses of Parliament. Unlike the election process, where nominated members and state legislators are excluded, the impeachment process includes nominated members of Parliament. This is because the removal of the head of state is a grave constitutional matter where the entire national legislature sits in judgment to decide the President’s fate.
Q383. According to the Constitution, a person who is not a member of either House of Parliament can be appointed as a Minister for a maximum period of:
Explanation
A person who is not a member of either House can be appointed a Minister, but must become a member within six months or cease to be a Minister.
Q384. Consider the following statements regarding the difference between the Council of Ministers and the Cabinet in India:
I. The Council of Ministers is a wider body comprising 60 to 70 ministers, whereas the Cabinet is a smaller body of 15 to 20 ministers.
II. The Cabinet is the core policy-making body, while the Council of Ministers implements these policies.
III. The Constitution details the powers and functions of the Council of Ministers, but not the specific functions of the Cabinet.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
I. The Council of Ministers is a wider body comprising 60 to 70 ministers, whereas the Cabinet is a smaller body of 15 to 20 ministers.
II. The Cabinet is the core policy-making body, while the Council of Ministers implements these policies.
III. The Constitution details the powers and functions of the Council of Ministers, but not the specific functions of the Cabinet.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Explanation
The Council of Ministers is a larger body that includes all categories of ministers. In contrast, the Cabinet is a smaller, core group that formulates major policies and directs the administration. While the Council of Ministers is mentioned throughout the Constitution, the Cabinet’s specific functions were not detailed originally. Today, the Cabinet functions as the supreme decision-making authority within the broader Council.
Q385. If the Prime Minister of India belongs to the Upper House of Parliament (Rajya Sabha):
Explanation
A Prime Minister who is a member of the Rajya Sabha can participate in all proceedings of both Houses but can only vote in the house to which they belong. Since a no-confidence motion is introduced and voted upon exclusively in the Lok Sabha, such a Prime Minister cannot vote in their own favor or against the motion during the final division.
Q386. A motion of No-Confidence against the Government can be introduced in:
Explanation
A motion of no-confidence can only be introduced and passed in the Lok Sabha. This is because the Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the lower house, which is directly elected by the people. If passed, the entire government must resign. The Rajya Sabha does not have the power to remove the government through such a motion, reinforcing the lower house’s supremacy.
Q387. The President of India has the power to declare an emergency under Article 352 on the basis of written advice given by:
Explanation
Following the 44th Amendment Act of 1978, the President can only proclaim a National Emergency under Article 352 after receiving a written recommendation from the Union Cabinet. This requirement ensures that the decision is a collective one involving senior ministers, rather than being the Prime Minister’s unilateral choice. This serves as a vital safeguard against the potential misuse of emergency powers.
Q388. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer:
| Authority | To whom resignation is addressed |
|---|---|
| A. President | i. Deputy Speaker |
| B. Vice President | ii. President |
| C. Prime Minister | iii. Vice President |
| D. Speaker of Lok Sabha | iv. Chief Justice of India |
Explanation
Resignations for high constitutional offices follow a specific protocol. The President addresses his resignation to the Vice-President, who must immediately inform the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. The Vice-President, Prime Minister, and other Union ministers address their resignations to the President. However, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha submits his resignation to the Deputy Speaker, and vice versa, within the house.
Q389. Which of the following constitutional amendments made it mandatory for the President to accept the advice of the Council of Ministers?
Explanation
The 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1976 amended Article 74 to state that the President shall act in accordance with the advice of the Council of Ministers. This made the cabinet’s advice legally binding on the President. Although the 44th Amendment later added a provision for one-time reconsideration, the principle that the President must ultimately follow the executive’s advice remains unchanged.
Q390. Consider the following statements regarding the conditions of the President’s office:
I. He should not be a member of either House of Parliament or a State Legislature.
II. He should not hold any other office of profit.
III. He is entitled to use his official residence without payment of rent.
IV. His emoluments and allowances can be diminished during his term of office in a financial emergency.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
I. He should not be a member of either House of Parliament or a State Legislature.
II. He should not hold any other office of profit.
III. He is entitled to use his official residence without payment of rent.
IV. His emoluments and allowances can be diminished during his term of office in a financial emergency.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Explanation
The Constitution sets strict conditions for the presidency. The President cannot be a member of any legislature and must not hold any office of profit. He is entitled to an official residence and specified emoluments. Crucially, his emoluments and allowances cannot be diminished during his term of office. Even during a financial emergency, while other salaries can be reduced, the President’s remain protected.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 381 | (b) Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy |
| 382 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 383 | (a) 6 months |
| 384 | (d) I, II and III |
| 385 | (a) He cannot vote in his favour during a no- confidence motion |
| 386 | (d) Lok Sabha only |
| 387 | (b) The Union Cabinet |
| 388 | (a) A-iii, B-ii, C-ii, D-i |
| 389 | (b) 42nd Amendment Act |
| 390 | (a) I, II and III only |
Key facts from Indian Polity and Governance
- The RPSC syllabus lists the Indian Constitution, the political system and governance, with public policy, vigilance and accountability bodies as part of the paper.
- Article-number questions are the commonest: for example Article 356 for President’s Rule, Article 324 for the Election Commission and Article 243K for the State Election Commission.
- Statement and assertion-reason questions test exceptions, so learn each provision with its limits.
- Questions on bodies ask for appointing authority, removing authority, tenure and the body to which the report goes.
- The Rajasthan-specific part of polity is on a separate page, with its own 8 chapters.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Indian Polity and Governance?
This page has 944 practice MCQs on Indian Polity and Governance. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Indian polity set cover?
Twelve chapters: framing of the Constitution, Preamble and citizenship; Fundamental Rights; DPSP and Fundamental Duties; Union executive; Parliament; Union judiciary; Union-State relations; emergency provisions; local government; constitutional and statutory bodies; public policy and citizen charter; and vigilance and accountability.
Is polity part of the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. The RPSC syllabus for General Knowledge includes the Indian Constitution, political system and governance, together with the political and administrative system of Rajasthan, which is covered on the separate Rajasthan polity page.
How should I revise polity for RAS Prelims?
Make a table of articles, bodies and amendments. Attempt each chapter, read the explanation for every miss and note the article number and the exception. Repeat the chapter after a few days, as polity facts are easy to confuse.